EDUCATION

Learn about Antique Eras

Looking at jewellery from a particualar period? Why not learn a bit more about the characteristics of each period.

EDUCATION

Learn about Antique Eras

Looking at jewellery from a particualar period? Why not learn a bit more about the characteristics of each period.

Thomas Glover Antique & Vintage Jewellery Shop in The UK

We specialise in antique & period jewellery from c.1780 to c.1960 with an emphasis on unique engagement rings from the Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian & Art Deco eras. We buy and sell wearable antique jewellery together with vintage watches from the 1920s to the 1970s. Shropshire’s leading independent jeweller, we are based in the heart of the beautiful market town of Shrewsbury.

JANUARY

Garnet

A variety of silicate mineral, the gemstone varieties occur in shades of green, red, yellow, and orange with reddish shades the most common. The word garnet comes from the 14th century Middle English word gernet, meaning 'dark red'. Garnet it is a stone of physical love and relationships, and a spiritual stone of protection and meditation.